Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market" [1] Core Views - The agricultural sector index decreased by 0.14%, ranking 24th among 31 primary industries, while the broader market indices, such as the CSI 300 and Shanghai Composite, increased by 2.37% and 1.70% respectively [12][14] - The report highlights a downward trend in pig prices, with the average price as of August 18 being 13.55 CNY/kg, a decrease of 0.21 CNY/kg from the previous week, marking a new low for the year [5][16] - The report emphasizes the government's commitment to reducing production capacity in the pig farming sector to stabilize prices, with expectations of increased supply pressure in the latter half of 2025 [6][19] Summary by Sections Market Review - The agricultural sector underperformed the market, with a 0.14% decline in the agricultural index, while the broader indices saw gains [12][14] - The pig farming and related feed sectors experienced the largest declines due to falling pig prices [14] Livestock Industry Tracking Pig Farming - The average pig price has been declining, with significant supply but weak demand leading to a challenging market environment [5][16] - As of August 15, self-breeding pig farmers reported an average profit of 28 CNY per head, down 17 CNY from the previous week, while external pig purchases resulted in a loss of 157 CNY per head [17] - The government is enforcing production capacity reduction policies, which are expected to accelerate in the future [18] Broiler Chicken - As of August 15, the price of broiler chicken chicks rose to 3.80 CNY per chick, while the price of broiler chickens was 3.52 CNY per jin, showing a slight decline [31] - The supply of chicks is tight due to reduced breeding and increased culling, leading to a potential slowdown in chick price increases [31] Crop Industry Tracking - Sugar prices have rebounded slightly, with white sugar priced at 6000 CNY/ton as of August 15, an increase of 30 CNY/ton [34] - Soybean prices have seen a minor increase, with the landed price of Brazilian soybeans at 4040 CNY/ton, up 1.8% [34] - Corn prices have slightly decreased, with an average price of 2356 CNY/ton, down 11 CNY from the previous week [34]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market" and is maintained [2][38] Core Views - The agricultural sector has shown resilience, with the agricultural index rising by 2.52%, outperforming the broader market indices [12] - The pig price has reached a new low for the year, with the average price at 13.54 CNY/kg as of August 11, 2025, indicating a supply-demand imbalance [5][18] - The "anti-involution" policy is expected to support pig prices in the coming year, with significant supply pressures anticipated in the second half of 2025 [6][21] - The white feather chicken sector is experiencing a price increase for chicks due to supply constraints, with chick prices rising to 3.50 CNY per chick [31] Summary by Sections Market Review - The agricultural sector index outperformed the market, ranking 10th among 31 sectors [12] - The pig price has dropped below the breakeven point, reflecting strong supply and weak demand [18] Livestock Industry Tracking - **Pigs**: The average pig price is at a yearly low, with a significant supply pressure expected in the latter half of 2025 [5][18] - **White Feather Chicken**: Chick prices have increased due to supply shortages, with a notable decline in the number of breeding chicks updated in the first half of 2025 [31] Planting Industry Tracking - Sugar prices have continued to decline, while soybean prices have shown a slight increase [33]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market" and is maintained [2] Core Viewpoints - The agricultural sector has shown a significant rebound, with the agricultural index rising by 3.62% last week, ranking 9th among 31 primary industries [5][13] - The Ministry of Agriculture has convened major pig farming companies to discuss capacity regulation, which has positively impacted the breeding sector [5][14] - The pig market is experiencing price fluctuations due to supply pressures and weak demand, with the average price of pigs at 14.33 CNY/kg as of July 27, showing a slight decrease of 0.06 CNY/kg from the previous week [6][17] - The white feather chicken market has seen a price rebound, with chick prices rising to 2.30 CNY/chick, an increase of 0.8 CNY/chick from the previous week [26] Summary by Sections 1. Market Review - The agricultural sector index increased by 3.62%, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index and CSI 300 Index, which rose by 1.67% and 1.69% respectively [13] - The Ministry of Agriculture's meeting with leading pig companies has sparked market interest in pig production capacity regulation [14] 2. Breeding Industry Chain Tracking 2.1 Pigs - The average weight of pigs at market is 128.48 kg, down 0.35 kg from the previous week, indicating a supply surplus [17] - The profitability for self-bred pigs is around 62 CNY per head, down 29 CNY from the previous week, while purchased piglets are facing a loss of 71 CNY per head [18] - The Ministry of Agriculture emphasizes the need for quality development in the pig industry, including reducing the number of breeding sows and controlling slaughter weights [20] 2.2 White Feather Chicken - The average price of meat chickens has increased by 5.31% to 3.37 CNY/kg, driven by reduced supply and improved demand conditions [26] - The update of grandparent stock has decreased significantly, with a 29.62% year-on-year decline in the first half of 2025 [26] 3. Planting Industry Chain Tracking - Sugar prices have slightly decreased to 6075 CNY/ton, while soybean prices have rebounded to 3943 CNY/ton, reflecting a 0.2% increase [29] - Cotton prices have increased by 1.43% to 15585 CNY/ton, and corn prices have risen slightly to 2379 CNY/ton [29]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market" and is maintained [2][40]. Core Insights - The agricultural, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery industry index increased by 1.09%, ranking 22nd among 31 primary industries in the Shenwan index [5][13]. - The report highlights a slight rebound in the market, particularly in the fruit and vegetable processing and breeding sectors, while the aquaculture sector experienced a decline [5][16]. - The report indicates that pig prices are experiencing narrow fluctuations, with a national average price of 14.52 yuan/kg as of July 13, 2025, a decrease of 0.21 yuan/kg from the previous week [6][19]. - The report anticipates seasonal fluctuations in pig prices, with a potential short-term increase during the peak consumption months of July and August, but significant pressure expected in the fourth quarter due to increased supply [7][22]. Summary by Sections Market Review - The agricultural, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery industry index rose by 1.09%, while the CSI 300 and Shanghai Composite Index increased by 0.82% and 1.09%, respectively [13]. - The report notes that the market is rebounding, with previously underperforming sectors seeing some recovery [14]. Livestock Industry Chain Tracking Pigs - The average weight of pigs at market was 129.03 kg, an increase of 0.39 kg from the previous week [6][19]. - The report indicates that self-breeding and self-raising operations are still profitable, with average profits of 134 yuan per head, an increase of 14 yuan from the previous week [20][22]. - The report highlights a cautious approach to increasing production among breeding enterprises due to clear policy guidance [21][22]. Broilers - The price of white feather broiler chicks was 1.40 yuan/chick, a slight rebound of 0.3 yuan/chick from the previous week, with an average loss of 1.2 yuan per chick [32]. - The report notes that the demand for broilers is weak, leading to significant losses in the industry [32]. Planting Industry Chain Tracking - Sugar prices decreased slightly, with white sugar priced at 6100 yuan/ton, down 10 yuan/ton [34]. - The price of corn was 2399 yuan/ton, a slight decrease of 3 yuan/ton [34].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market" and is maintained [2][39] Core Viewpoints - The agricultural sector index increased by 2.55%, ranking 7th among 31 primary industries, with aquaculture and agricultural product processing leading the gains, while the animal vaccine sector declined [5][12][13] - The average price of live pigs as of July 6 is 14.73 CNY/kg, with a weekly increase of 0.38 CNY/kg, and there is market attention on whether prices can reach the 15 CNY/kg mark [6][17] - The white feather chicken sector is experiencing deep losses due to weak demand, with chick prices dropping to a near historical low of 1.10 CNY/chick and meat chicken prices falling by 8.82% to 3.10 CNY/kg [7][30] Summary by Sections Market Review - The agricultural sector index rose by 2.55%, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index and CSI 300, which increased by 1.40% and 1.54% respectively [12] - The aquaculture and agricultural product processing sectors showed significant gains, while the animal vaccine sector faced declines [13] Livestock Industry Chain Tracking Swine - The average weight of pigs at market is 128.64 kg, up 0.5 kg from the previous week, with a year-on-year increase of 2.33% [6][17] - The profitability for self-bred pigs is around 120 CNY per head, an increase of 69 CNY from the previous week, while the loss for purchased piglets decreased to 26 CNY per head [18][20] - The supply of pigs is expected to increase in the second half of 2025, leading to seasonal price fluctuations, with potential short-term rebounds in July and August [6][19] White Feather Chicken - The average loss per chick is approximately 1.5 CNY, with the average loss per meat chicken at 2.2 CNY due to high temperatures and rising feed costs [7][30] - The update of breeding stock is at 150.07 million sets, a year-on-year increase of 17.25%, but the uncertainty in imports due to avian influenza poses risks and opportunities for domestic breeding [30] Planting Industry Chain Tracking - Sugar prices remained stable at 6110 CNY/ton, while soybean prices increased by 2.2% to 3899 CNY/ton [33][34] - Cotton prices rose by 1.36% to 15189 CNY/ton, and corn prices increased by 11 CNY/ton to 2392 CNY/ton [34][37]

Industry Investment Rating - The investment rating for the agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery industry is "Outperform the Market" [1] Core Viewpoints - The agriculture sector has shown defensive characteristics amid fluctuations in US-China relations, leading to an increase in the industry index [4][13] - The industry index for agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery rose by 1.62%, ranking third among 31 primary industries [12] - The report highlights significant supply pressure in the pig market, with prices remaining stagnant and a forecast for increased supply in the second half of 2025 [5][20] Summary by Sections Market Review - The agriculture sector rebounded, with the industry index increasing by 1.62%, while the Shanghai Composite Index fell by 0.25% [12] - The pig farming and animal vaccine sectors led the gains, while agricultural product processing experienced significant adjustments [15] Livestock Industry Chain Tracking Pigs - As of June 15, the average price of pigs was 14.06 yuan/kg, down 1.82% from the previous week, indicating a stagnant price situation [5][17] - Supply pressure remains high, with an increase in production capacity since May 2024, and expectations for increased supply in the latter half of 2025 [5][20] - The report suggests that the pig price will likely fluctuate within a narrow range in 2025, with cost competition becoming a key focus for the year [21] Broilers - The price of broiler chicks has slightly decreased, with the price as of June 13 being 2.70 yuan/chick, down 0.2 yuan from the previous week [30] - Concerns regarding the introduction of foreign breeds have eased, and the report emphasizes the potential opportunities for domestic breeding companies due to disruptions in overseas imports [30] Planting Industry Chain Tracking - Sugar prices have adjusted downward, with the price of white sugar at 6090 yuan/ton as of June 13, down 60 yuan from the previous week [36] - The price of soybeans has slightly decreased, with the imported price at 3707 yuan/ton, down 1.3% [36] - Corn prices have shown slight fluctuations, with an average price of 2356 yuan/ton, up 20 yuan from the previous week [36]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market" and is maintained [2][39]. Core Viewpoints - The agricultural sector has shown a slight increase, with the agricultural index rising by 0.91%, ranking 20th among 31 primary industries [5][12]. - The pig market is characterized by strong supply and weak demand, leading to a continuous decline in prices, with the average price of pigs at 14.17 CNY/kg as of June 8, 2025, down 0.64% from the previous week [6][16]. - The white feather chicken market is experiencing stable yet slight adjustments in prices, with chick prices at 2.90 CNY/chick and meat chicken prices at 3.60 CNY/jin, both showing a decline [30][31]. Summary by Sections Market Review - The agricultural sector has rebounded, with the agricultural index increasing by 0.91%, while the Shanghai Composite Index rose by 1.13% [12]. - Among sub-sectors, planting and agricultural product processing led the gains, while meat chicken breeding and animal vaccine sectors faced significant adjustments [13][14]. Livestock Industry Chain Tracking Pigs - The pig price is under pressure, with a continued downward trend expected due to strong supply and weak demand [6][19]. - As of June 6, 2025, self-breeding pigs have a profit of approximately 33 CNY per head, while purchased piglets incur a loss of 121 CNY per head [17][20]. - The breeding stock remains stable, with the number of breeding sows fluctuating between 40-41 million, indicating controlled supply growth for 2025 [19][29]. White Feather Chicken - Chick prices are experiencing slight adjustments, with a focus on domestic breeding due to uncertainties in imports caused by avian influenza outbreaks [30][31]. - The industry is currently well-supplied, and domestic breeding enterprises may benefit from reduced overseas imports [30][31]. Planting Industry Chain Tracking - Sugar prices have adjusted downwards, with white sugar priced at 6090 CNY/ton, down 25 CNY from the previous week [33]. - Soybean prices have seen a slight increase, with the Brazilian soybean landed price at 3725 CNY/ton, up 1.8% [33]. - Corn prices have shown minor fluctuations, with an average price of 2336 CNY/ton, up 4 CNY from the previous week [33].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market" and is maintained [2] Core Viewpoints - The agricultural sector index increased by 1.79%, ranking 4th among 31 primary industries, driven by policy expectations [4][12] - Supply pressure in the pig market remains significant, with policies aimed at stabilizing pig prices due to concerns about future price declines [5][20] - The white feather chicken market shows stable chick prices, with a focus on domestic breeding opportunities amid import uncertainties [27] Summary by Sections Market Performance - The agricultural sector index rose 1.79%, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index, which fell by 0.03% [12] - Among sub-sectors, planting and fruit processing led the gains, while the breeding sector experienced fluctuations due to policy expectations [13] Breeding Industry Chain Tracking Pig Market - As of June 2, the average price of live pigs was 14.41 yuan/kg, remaining stable compared to the previous week [5][17] - Supply pressures are expected to continue due to an increase in breeding sows and high market weights of pigs [5][20] - Profitability for self-bred pigs is around 36 yuan per head, while purchased piglets incur losses of 84 yuan per head [18] - The industry anticipates a narrow fluctuation in pig prices for 2025, with controlled supply growth [21] White Feather Chicken - As of June 3, chick prices were stable at 3.00 yuan per chick, with meat chicken prices at 3.68 yuan/kg [27] - The industry is currently well-supplied, with high levels of parent stock, despite uncertainties in imports due to avian influenza [27] Planting Industry Chain Tracking - Sugar prices have adjusted downwards, with white sugar priced at 6090 yuan/ton as of June 3, a decrease of 65 yuan/ton [30] - The price of Brazilian soybeans was 3640 yuan/ton, reflecting a 2.0% decrease [30] - Cotton prices showed slight fluctuations, priced at 14550 yuan/ton, down 0.1% [30] - Corn prices experienced a minor decline, averaging 2332 yuan/ton [32]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market" and is maintained [2][35] Core Viewpoints - The agricultural sector index has shown a slight decline of 0.36%, ranking 15th among 31 primary industries in the market [4][12] - The pig price has been weak, with an average price of 14.46 CNY/kg as of May 23, 2025, down 1.12% from the previous week [5][16] - The supply pressure in the pig market is increasing due to high historical weights of pigs being marketed and a stable breeding sow inventory [5][18] - The profitability of self-bred pigs is around 48 CNY per head, which has decreased by 32 CNY per head compared to the previous week [17][19] - The white feather chicken market is stable, with chick prices at 3.00 CNY per chick and a slight increase in meat chicken prices [27][28] Summary by Sections 1. Market Performance - The agricultural sector index has decreased by 0.36%, with the overall market indices also showing declines [12][14] - The performance of sub-sectors varies, with the pet sector showing resilience while meat chicken and seed sectors have faced more significant adjustments [13] 2. Livestock Industry Tracking 2.1 Pigs - The average pig price is 14.46 CNY/kg, reflecting a downward trend since mid-May [5][16] - Supply pressures are attributed to high weights of marketed pigs and a stable breeding sow inventory [5][18] - Profit margins for self-bred pigs are decreasing, while external pig purchases are currently unprofitable [17][19] 2.2 White Feather Chicken - Chick prices remain stable, with a slight increase in meat chicken prices [27][28] - The industry is observing a shift towards domestic breeding due to uncertainties in imports caused by avian influenza outbreaks [27][28] 3. Planting Industry Tracking - Sugar prices have shown a slight decline, while soybean prices have increased by 2.1% [30] - Cotton prices have risen slightly, and corn prices have remained stable with minor fluctuations [30][31]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market" and is maintained [2][37] Core Viewpoints - The agricultural sector has shown a comprehensive rebound, with the agricultural index rising by 0.99%, ranking 27th among 31 primary industries [5][13] - The pig price is currently operating at a slight profit, with production capacity reduction slowing down. The average price of live pigs as of May 9 is 14.73 CNY/kg, showing minor fluctuations [6][17] - The white feather chicken market is experiencing stable chick prices, with a focus on domestic breeding due to uncertainties in overseas imports [28] Summary by Sections Industry Overview - The closing index for the agricultural sector is 2606.49, with a 52-week high of 2927.53 and a low of 2110.64 [2] Market Performance - The agricultural sector's index has increased by 0.99%, while the broader market indices like the CSI 300 and Shanghai Composite Index have risen by 2.00% and 1.92%, respectively [13][14] Livestock Industry Tracking Pig Industry - The average price of live pigs has remained stable between 14.6 and 14.9 CNY/kg since April, with a slight upward shift due to increased second-time fattening [6][17] - As of May 9, self-breeding pig farmers are earning approximately 84 CNY per head, while those purchasing piglets are making about 58 CNY [18][19] - The breeding stock has shown a slight increase, with April's data indicating a 0.41% rise in breeding sows [19][20] White Feather Chicken - As of May 9, the price of white feather chicken chicks is 3.10 CNY per chick, with an average profit of 0.2 CNY per chick [28] - The market is currently characterized by a significant disparity, with high chick prices causing resistance among farmers due to rising feed costs [28] Crop Industry Tracking - Sugar prices have slightly decreased to 6150 CNY/ton, while corn prices have increased to 2306 CNY/ton, reflecting a mixed trend in crop prices [32][35]